This article appeared first on 3Dprintingindustry.com and have been altered for liqcreate.com. Located in Netherlands, Liqcreate is an independent 3D-printing resin developer and manufacturer. Which has launched its latest resin, Liqcreate Rigid Pro. The new material targets specific use cases where solutions were previously not available, original article by 3Dprintingindustry.com
Liqcreate Rigid Pro is an opaque and black colored photopolymer 3D-printing resin. Rigid pro is purpose-made for engineering applications in a range of industries. Formulated with focus on chemical resistance, high-temperature tolerance, and significant strength and rigidity. These characteristics make Liqcreate Rigid Pro a versatile material suitable for use in various industries, such as engineering, automotive, electronics, and oil & gas.
A chemical-resistant and heat-resistant 3D-printing resin for versatile applications
One of the features of Rigid Pro 3D-printing resin is its resistance to a variety of chemicals. This includes resistance againts mild acids and bases, as well as petrol/fuel and diesel. These properties positions Rigid Pro as an ideal material for applications in the oil and gas industry, as well as the chemical sector. The ability to design and produce custom chemical-resistant parts within days offers a cost-effective solution that was previously unavailable.
Additionally the heat deflection temperature (HDT-B) of Liqcreate Rigid Pro is 77°C after post-curing with UV light using an entry-level curing unit. This value can be significantly enhanced to 91°C using a Formlabs Form Cure or equivalent unit, which UV cures and heats at the same time. An optional thermal curing step can further elevate the HDT-B to 109°C. These properties make the resin suitable for applications requiring good thermal resistance, such as automotive under-the-hood components and medium-temperature casting and molding.
Due to its combined chemical resistance, high-temperature tolerance, and superior 110 MPa flexural strength, Liqcreate Rigid Pro finds applications in custom machining and factory equipment parts. Machining industry parts subjected to static loads can be designed, 3D printed, and post-processed in a single day, thereby eliminating the need for a substantial inventory of spare parts.
For users seeking resin compatibility within a 385-420nm wavelength range, Liqcreate Rigid Pro presents a viable option. This includes Digital Light Processing (DLP), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), and laser-based systems, functioning within a wavelength range of 385-420nm. The resin’s versatility extends to working with entry-level machines from brands like Anycubic, Elegoo, and Creality, as well as professional systems from Asiga, Nexa3D, and UnionTech Martrix. Details on specific printing parameters can be found on the Liqcreate 3d-printer paramter page.
Liqcreate’s OEM and white-label collaboration drive
Customization options are available for Liqcreate Rigid Pro, allowing OEM partners to rebrand and optimize the resin for various use cases and 3D printer compatibility. Liqcreate additionally offers custom development services. These services cater to the creation of non-standard formulas tailored to specific applications. Customers can request polymers with specific characteristics, influencing both printing speed and the final product’s properties.
By operating independently and possessing in-house research and development capabilities, Liqcreate fosters smooth collaboration with 3D printer hardware manufacturers. This eliminates potential competition or conflicts, allowing Liqcreate to quickly scale the production of custom resins and deliver large quantities in a timely manner.
Liqcreate Rigid Pro
Liqcreate Rigid Pro is a rigid black photopolymer resin and can be processed on most open DLP, MSLA and laser based 3D-printers operating at a wavelength of 385-405nm. 3D-printed parts from this material exhibit high strength and rigidity. Liqcreate Rigid Pro only requires UV post-curing with heat to reach its optimal strength. This material has excellent features like: high stiffness, durability, high strength and good temperature resistance which makes it ideal for molding, and industrial applications like pulleys, automotive connectors, covers, brackets, housings and demanding engineering parts.
Key benefits |
3D-Printer compatibility |
| · High strength | · Asiga & Nexa3D series |
| · Dimensional stability | · Elegoo & Anycubic series |
| · Good chemical stability | · Phrozen & Creality series |
| · Good temperature resistance | · And many more |
